Over the last several years, I’ve become a pretty regular Amazon shopper. While there are certainly reasons I don’t love that, it’s made such a difference for me while clothing shopping. I tend to do large orders, knowing I’ll end up making a large return. I wait until everything arrives, decide what I’m keeping and what I’m not, and drop off my returns at the local UPS Store or Kohl’s. That also helps me keep
Maxi dresses have long been a favorite of mine to wear both in and out of the classroom. Maxis are so versatile and can be worn in summer, fall, and spring. By adding a sweater or jean jacket, you change it up and give yourself some variety throughout the year. I also love how comfortable they are! Unlike some other dresses, most maxi dresses aren’t tight and pull on my midsection or hips so I
This topic has long been heavy on my heart. I’ve privately preached about my frustrations with our society’s, and our bureaucracy’s views on education in America. This morning, I read this speech from U.S. Department of Education Secretary Betsy Devos and it convinced me that I can, and should, do more than preach privately. A school’s struggles are our society’s struggles. You can’t “fix” schools without fixing the larger issues outside of schools. This post
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